This square with a diamond overlay pattern can be used for blankets or throws. When the squares are joined a circle will appear.

Next, this lighting project is a jar cover to give your tea lights that extra special mood. Of course, how complex these are is entirely up to you, but the shadows cast by the moving flame will be intricate and wonderful. In particular, the color of the yarn will also affect the overall ambiance of the light. Therefore, you will be able to really tune the mood in every corner and place.

So, long cardigans can be so light and airy. Not only is this one lacy and textured, it's easy as it uses only simple stitches. Moreover, it's super stylish and chic.

Next, this sea creature keychain is larger, more involved. However, it's still easy and a whole lot of fun.

As long as they're not building a dam on someone's property, beavers are beloved animals and even the mascot of several schools. If you're a beaver lover, crochet a few of these potholders for your kitchen. You can also use them as hot pads to protect surfaces from hot pans. This easy crochet pattern is quick to make with a double strand of cotton worsted yarn. You may even have the right colors in your stash already. Use a single strand of yarn to make a smaller beaver as a coaster. Potholder measures approximately 8” wide x 6” tall (including ears). Gauge = 7 sc = 2”, 8 rows = 2" Materials: Cotton worsted weight yarn: 85 yards brown 12 yards tan 20 yards white 5 yards black Size J (6.0 mm) crochet hook Yarn needle

The C2C princess carriage cushion crochet pattern easy skill level. You'll need to know the C2C technique before starting as this is a pattern not a tutorial. Each block is made up of 3 dc. Ive included the C2C graph to this post for free. If you prefer written instructions along side a graph you can purchase my printable PDF from my Etsy or Ravelry store. To make the C2C princess carriage cushion I used DK (weight 3) yarn in four colours and a 4mm crochet hook. You'll also need a 18” square cushion. Don't forget it's important to remember to do your gauge swatch before starting if you want your cushion to fit.

Today's free crochet pattern, the Chloe Sideways Shawl has been easily made with aran yarn and the most basic of stitches which has created this stunning sideways lacy shawl that looks a lot harder than it actually is! This is a beginner plus pattern, even though this pattern uses basic stitches and can be easily done, if you are a proper beginner then you may get a little confused so give yourself some time to become familiar with the stitches first then try this pattern at a later date.

To begin with, these shades of winter will put you in mind of a winter whiteout, with its swirly and foggy appearance. Moreover, you can easily adapt the size of this blanket by joining squares to any size you like. While it's usually made in cool winter white and blue colors, you can achieve a very optimistic and joyful efect with the Scheepjes Riverwashed Stonewashed color pack.

To begin with, the first of our fantastic sea turtles is a wonderful, round-bodied beastie with a colorful starburst shell. Overall, this is an easy way to build a whole turtle menagerie of any color.